Hammam Joins K-State ASI Department as Assistant Professor Dairy Foods Processing and Innovation

MANHATTAN, Kan. –Dr. Ahmed Hammam will join the Kansas State University Department of Animal Sciences and Industry as an assistant professor in dairy food processing and innovation in mid November.

Hammam says his primary goal is to lead research that addresses challenges in the dairy processing industry focusing on sustainability, process optimization and developing new value-added products. He aims to build a teaching and research program that not only advances the dairy industry but equips students with skills to excel in the dairy industry.

Hammam earned his doctorate in dairy manufacturing from South Dakota State University (SDSU). He also earned his master’s degree in dairy manufacturing from SDSU, as well as his undergraduate degree in dairy science from Assiut University.

“It is my pleasure to announce that Dr. Ahmed Hammam will be joining our team in mid-November,” says Dr. Mike Day, K-State ASI department head. “His education, training and experiences in the dairy processing industry will bring extremely valuable expertise to dairy processing and innovation from both a research and teaching perspective. His presence will substantially build our capacity to partner with the sizable and growing dairy product industries in Kansas. Furthermore, the addition of Ahmed to our faculty team is an important component of ASI’s assessment of life-cycle production of food for humans with animals. We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Ahmed Hammam to our ASI family.”

Throughout his graduate studies, Hammam had the opportunity to teach many undergraduate-level courses related to dairy and food science and coached the dairy products judging team at SDSU. Hammam’s graduate research focused on developing processes to manufacture different dairy ingredients, studying their shelf stability, and manufacturing dairy products using those ingredients.

During his graduate career, Hammam was recognized for his academic achievements, research accomplishments, and outreach efforts. He was honored with the Alfred and Hilde Tobkin Memorial Award as well as the John Brandt Memorial Scholarship.

“I am looking forward to collaborating with faculty, students and industry partners to advance research in dairy processing and innovation,” Hammam says. “I am also excited about mentoring students, guiding them through both their academic and professional journeys, and helping them prepare for successful careers in the dairy industry.”

Furthermore, through research and education, he aims to contribute to K-State ASI’s commitment to innovation and excellence, in hopes of bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications in the dairy industry.

“I am excited to join the K-State Animal Sciences and Industry Department because it presents a unique opportunity to blend my passion for dairy processing with impactful research and teaching. The department’s commitment to innovation and excellence aligns perfectly with my professional goals, and I am looking forward to contributing to this innovative academic community.” Hammam summarizes.

Hammam will join the ASI faculty on November 11. He and his wife, Preksam, have two children — Alma and Adam.